Jordan plays in final NBA All-Star Game

In his 14th and final NBA All-Star Game, Michael Jordan achieved a historic milestone by surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the all-time leading scorer in All-Star Game history. This record, which has since been eclipsed by Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, marked a significant achievement in Jordan's illustrious career. During the season, Jordan played all 82 games for the Washington Wizards, starting in 67 of them. Despite being 40 years old, he maintained impressive statistics, averaging 20.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. His shooting percentages were notable as well, with 45% from the field and 82% from the free-throw line. Jordan's performance included scoring 20 or more points in 42 games, 30 or more points in nine games, and reaching 40 or more points three times. Notably, he became the first player aged 40 to score 43 points in an NBA game, showcasing his enduring talent and competitiveness even in the later stages of his career.